Poster Print : GEORGIA: SEGREGATION, 1962. A sign in a restaurant window in Albany, Georgia
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GEORGIA: SEGREGATION, 1962. A sign in a restaurant window in Albany, Georgia
GEORGIA: SEGREGATION, 1962.
A sign in a restaurant window in Albany, Georgia. Photograph by Warren K. Leffler, 18 August 1962
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Media ID 13641146
1962 Albany August Georgia Leffler Restaurant Segregation Sign Warren Window Southeast
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our historic poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This powerful image, titled "GEORGIA: SEGREGATION, 1962," captures a significant moment in American history. The photograph, taken by Warren K. Leffler on August 18, 1962, in Albany, Georgia, shows a clear and poignant sign in a restaurant window that symbolizes the deeply ingrained segregation practices of the time. This striking print, sourced from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand, serves as a poignant reminder of the past and a testament to the progress made since then. Bring this piece into your home or office to spark important conversations and inspire reflection.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
GEORGIA - SEGREGATION, 1962. A Powerful Reminder of America's Troubled Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph captures a chilling moment in American history. Taken by Warren K. Leffler on August 18,1962, in Albany, Georgia, the image showcases a sign displayed prominently in a restaurant window. The sign boldly declares the establishment's adherence to segregation policies that were prevalent during this time. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the deep-rooted racial discrimination that plagued our nation for decades. It symbolizes the painful reality faced by African Americans who were denied equal rights and access to public spaces solely based on their skin color. Leffler's composition emphasizes not only the text but also the surrounding environment – an unassuming mid-century exterior typical of small-town America in the Southeast. This juxtaposition highlights how segregation was deeply ingrained within society at all levels. As we reflect upon this historical artifact from Granger Art on Demand's collection, it is crucial to acknowledge how far we have come as a nation while recognizing that there is still work to be done towards achieving true equality for all individuals. Let us use this powerful image as motivation to continue fighting against discrimination and prejudice so that future generations can live in a world where such signs are nothing more than relics of an unjust past.
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